Legendary Spanish jewelry house Carrera y Carrera is based in Madrid but its sculptural and wholly distinctive pieces are known all over the world. Devotees of the company’s luxurious rings, necklaces, bracelets and other adornments have included royalty and a range of high-profile pop culture figures, and its artisans’ expertise in jewelry design spans a history of more than 130 years.
The origins of Carrera y Carrera can be traced to a small shop in 1885 founded by Madrid native Saturio Carrera. A student of lapidary — the practice of carving and shaping stones and minerals — Saturio established a modest jewelry business, and later, his son, José, who studied jewelry design in Paris, took up the family business and opened a new shop near the old center of Spain’s capital city. José passed the firm onto his nephews, and Carrera y Carrera garnered international acclaim when the Spanish royal family awarded them their first royal commission in 1960 to craft a bridal tiara to be presented to Doña Fabiola de Mora y Aragón on her wedding day. This tiara — the house’s most prestigious piece to date — raised Carrera y Carrera’s profile significantly.
During the 1970s, the luxury house first presented their designs at the epicenter of international jewelry, Baselworld. Carrera y Carrera became a household name for Americans of means thanks to a distribution partnership that landed its offerings in the Cellini boutique at New York City’s Waldorf Astoria. Celebrities such as Sofía Vergara, Jennifer Lopez and Madonna have all worn custom Carrera y Carrera jewels on the red carpet, and the brand’s work has been exhibited at the Armoury Chamber in the Kremlin. Each of the brand’s unique designs for watches and other jewelry — which frequently draw on animal forms, mythology and art — are still made by hand, just as its founder intended.
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Carrera y Carrera Horse Watch 18K Yellow Gold Quartz
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Fairfield, CT
Carrera y Carrera Horse Watch 18K Yellow Gold Quartz This Carrera y Carrera watch features a round case in 18k yellow gold, defined by sculpt...
18k Gold
Bulgari Diagano Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Chronograph Quartz Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A bold fusion of sport and luxury, this Bulgari Diagono chronograph watch showcases the brand’s iconic design language with refined Italian flair. Crafted in stainless steel and 18k ...
Stainless Steel
Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold Tesoro watch. Quartz movement
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold Tesoro watch. Quartz movement. The watch features white face with yellow gold stick hour markers, yellow gold hands, and dat...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Large 18K Gold Quartz 25mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Tank, 25mm crafted in 18K yellow gold unisex watch. Roman numerals, original lizard skin strap. Complete with original Cartier Box. No papers, buckle not Cartier or 18k g...
18k Gold
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Chopard 3 Carat 18k Yellow Gold Watch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning Chopard timepiece features natural diamonds totaling approximately 3.02 carats. With a case diameter of 19mm (excluding the crown) and a band width of 14mm, this watch ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 18k Yellow Gold Gents Tiffany & Co. Quartz Movement Wrist Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly classic Tiffany & Co. quartz movement men's wrist watch epitomizes the luxury and elegance that Tiffany is perennially associated with. It is large, measuring a full 1 1/2...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Polo Diamond 18K Gold M 501D Quartz Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Set White Dial Polo Quartz Wristwatch Key Features Brand & Model: Piaget Polo, Ref 23005 M 501D Movement: Quartz Case & Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold with ...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Dress Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Dress Watch W20012C4 This watch is in like new condition. It has been customized recently, professionally polished and...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Contemporary Festina Saphir 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Women's Watch
Located in Towson, MD
One Festina Saphir solid 18-karat yellow gold women's quartz tank wristwatch, model F154-835A, offers timeless elegance with a specification list that reflects the quality of constru...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Polo 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch 15281
By Piaget
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegance and precision come together in this Piaget Polo wristwatch, model 15281 C581, designed for the discerning woman. Crafted with an 18k yellow gold bracelet and matching band, ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baume & Mercier Steel & 18k Yellow Gold MOP Dial Quartz Women's Watch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in New York, NY
This Baume & Mercier Riviera reference 5231 is crafted in stainless steel with 18k yellow gold accents, presenting a distinctive two-tone design. The case features the collection...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Tag Heuer Professional Ladies Watch WN1353 Stainless Yellow Gold 18k Quartz
By TAG Heuer
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Tag Heuer Model: Professional Model Number: WN1353 Movement: Quartz Warranty: 1 Year Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Fastening Type: ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Large 18K Gold Quartz 25mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Tank, 25mm crafted in 18K yellow gold unisex watch. Roman numerals, original lizard skin strap. Complete with original Cartier Box. No papers, buckle not Cartier or 18k g...
18k Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 18K Watch Adam and Eve Figural Quartz Movement 18K Yellow Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Fairfield, CT
Carrera Y Carrera 18K Watch Adam and Eve Figural Quartz Movement 18K Yellow Gold The Carrera y Carrera Figural Watch – Adam and Eve features an asymmetrical design centered around a...
18k Gold
Rare Carrera Y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Panther Head Diamond Dial Watch
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare Carrera Y Carrera Panther Head watch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.The panter's make up the bezel of the watch which has a black diamo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Womens Wrist Watch with Lizard Band in 18K Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa: 1990s Metal Type: 18 Karat Yellow and White gold Diamond Details: Carat: 0.10 carat total weight Color: G Clarity: VS This wristwatch can fit up to an 8 inch wrist.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Abstract Circle Disc MOP Ladies Watch
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Carrera Y Carrera 18K Yellow Gold Abstract Circle Beaded Ladies Watch Mother of Pearl Dial marked Carrera Y Carrera Swiss Made Dial is approx. 35.5 mm in diameter and 8.75mm thick ...
Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera 18K Yellow Gold Gardenia Ladies Watch Mother of Pearl Dial
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Carrera Y Carrera 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Gardenia Watch Model 1000-00218 Case is approx. 37.5 mm in diameter 18K Yellow Gold Case and Buckle Black Satin Band - some wear to the ...
Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Equus Watch/Wristwatch
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An 18K yellow gold ladies wristwatch by Carrera y Carrera, featuring horse heads on the four corners, set with diamond eyes. Adding to the sleek design is a black dial with diamond m...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Carrera y Carrera Lady's Yellow Gold Eagle Wristwatch circa 2005
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Carrera y Carrera lady's 18k yellow gold wristwatch, featuring an eagle design. The eye of each eagle is a beautifully set round brilliant cut diamond. The mother-of-pearl dial is se...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold